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Southern Night

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About Southern Night

Russian heirloom. Name refers to pitch black nights in southern regions of Russia. Indeterminate, potato-leaf plant produces lots of 12-16 oz., purple-brown beefsteak fruits with some green shoulders. Very bold, rich, complex flavors. Good choice for sandwiches, salads or sauce. Good disease resistance.

Culinary Use
Paste / Sauce / Canner / Slicer
Flavor Profile
Well-balanced
Flesh Color
Black
Fruit Color
Brown
Fruit Shape
Oblate
Fruit Size
Large
Leaf Type
Potato
Maturity
Mid-season
Plant Type
Indeterminate
Variety
Heirloom / Open Pollinated

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